Comments: 1  Our bantams go to bed well over an hour earlier than the ex-batts, usually while itâs still light! 2  This info couldnât have come at a better time. 3  One thing Iâve noticed over my many years of keeping chickens is that the birds on the low end of the pecking order seem to go to roost earlier than the top birds.
Plasma protein tests are blood tests that detect the amount of proteins in the blood. Such lab work is often ordered as part of a comprehensive metabolic panel (CMP) during a physical exam. This screening tool can help a doctor determine your overall health.
Liver function tests check the levels of certain enzymes and proteins in your blood. Levels that are higher or lower than normal can indicate liver problems. Some common liver function tests include: 1  Alanine transaminase (ALT). 2  ALT is an enzyme found in the liver that helps your body metabolize protein. 3  When the liver is damaged, ALT is released into the bloodstream and levels increase.